The main difference between the Timbuk2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 and the Carhartt Rain Defender® 23L Single-Compartment Backpack is that the Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Rain Defender® 23L Single-Compartment Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Timbuk2 | Carhartt |
Name | Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 | Rain Defender® 23L Single-Compartment Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Work | |
Sub Category | Work | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 26L | 23L | |
Dimensions (in) | 5.91 x 11.81 x 19.69 | 11.5 x 18 x 8 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.0 | 1.48 | |
Fabric | 1200 denier polyester | ||
Color | Jet Black | Carhartt Brown | |
Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | April 21, 2020 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $150 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | S-shaped curved - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-resistant | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Flap with buckle | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | Side stretch pocket, Napoleon pocket under front flap | 2 mesh side pockets, 1 front zip pocket, 1 front top slip-in pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve, | 2 front mesh pockets, laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve | |
Side Pockets | Side stretch pocket | 2 mesh side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Front daisy chain | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 15" to 17" laptops | Padded; 15 inch laptop sleeve |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded; 15" to 17" tablet | Padded | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Padded air mesh back panel |
Timbuk2's Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Carhartt's Rain Defender® 23L Single-Compartment Backpack is a Work backpack with Laptop features.
The Timbuk2 Spire Laptop Backpack 2.0 has a capacity of 26L (liters), weighs 2.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 5.91 x 11.81 x 19.69. It's made of and is available in Jet Black in comparison the Carhartt Rain Defender® 23L Single-Compartment Backpack's capacity is 23L with a size of 11.5 x 18 x 8 inches. Constructed from 1200 denier polyester it weighs 1.48 pounds and is available in Carhartt Brown.
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